Thank you, Mr. Burkle
Although Ron Burkle may no longer be directly involved with the Kings' new potential ownership group, his contributions, past and future, cannot be overstated.
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Burkle’s Sole Focus is Now Downtown Development, Sacramento Group Plans For Much Less Debt than Seattle
A report today indicates that Ron Burkle has decided to focus solely on development around arena while another report indicates that the Sacramento group is planning to be much less leveraged than Seattle.
Recap: Kings fall short, lose to Memphis 89-87
The Kings somehow hung with the Grizzlies through four quarters, but fell just short as Marc Gasol blocked Marcus Thornton's attempted game-winner.
Isaiah Thomas quietly kills Keith Smart’s coaching style
Isaiah Thomas isn't one to rock the boat, but the point guard had some interesting comments on his coach Friday.
County contribution for Kings arena shouldn’t be an issue
While the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors has not formally approved its contribution to the downtown arena, a report suggests it won't be a problem.
Kings vs. Grizzlies Fan Predictions
Keith Smart, Geoff Petrie likely done with Kings at end of season, according to report
Marc Stein reports that no matter where the franchise ends up, Keith Smart and Geoff Petrie will not be retained.
Kings Get Outworked and Outsmarted, Lose to Dallas 117 to 108
Sacramento got off to a hot start but squandered the lead in the second quarter. Weird rotations and terrible defensive effort throughout left the Kings on the losing end for the 15th time in the last 16 matchups with the Mavericks.
Kings vs. Mavericks Fan Predictions
Notes from a native son
On what it means to say "I'm from Sacramento."
AB900 Ruling and what it means for Sacramento
A state judge has ruled sections of AB900 to be unconstitutional. AB900 is the state legislation that allowed projects like the proposed Kings arena to have an expedited environmental review. We attempt to understand what the ruling means for Sacramento's bid to keep the team.
Time is on Sacramento’s side in Kings decision
Three months ago, all we could ask for was a comprehensive review and time. We're getting just that.
Recap: Kings fall to Rockets 112-102 in Cisco’s return to Sacramento
Although Sacramento's attention was elsewhere, the Kings hosted the Rockets Wednesday night. The Kings lost despite strong efforts from Tyreke Evans, Marcus Thornton and Jason Thompson.
As Sacramento and Seattle Make their Cases, Arena Timelines Come to Forefront
Delegations from both Seattle and Sacramento made presentations to the NBA today in New York. Little was revealed in the press conferences afterwards, but it's clear that the central issue has now become both cities arena deals.
NBA committee meeting open thread – 2
Seattle's presentation is done. Sacramento is presenting. Use this thread for ongoing updates.
NBA committee meeting open thread
Talk about any ongoing reports from the NBA committee meeting here. The meeting begins at 6:30 a.m. PT.
David Lucchetti matches Chris Hansen’s bid on 7 percent stake in Kings
Bob Cook's 7 percent stake in the Kings tied up in bankruptcy court will remain in Sacramento's hands.
NBA committee meeting to begin at 9:30 a.m. ET on Wednesday
We've gotten a few details about the Wednesday meeting of the NBA Board of Governors' supercommittee meeting.
Minority owners will match bid for Bob Cook’s 7 percent by Wednesday, according to report
In a rollicking piece on the Kings fight, CBS Sports' Ken Berger reports that current minority owners will match Chris Hansen's bid for Bob Cook's 7 percent of the team.
George Skelton’s broken chair at Sleep Train Arena
The L.A. Times' George Skelton is one of the deans of the Capitol bureau. He had a partial season ticket to the Kings ... until the arena fell into disrepair. Thanks, Maloofs!